Marilyn Monroe's last home in Los Angeles has been saved from demolition

This time, the City of Angels won the battle to preserve its history. The last house of Marilyn Monroe, where the legendary actress spent the last months of her life, was saved from demolition thanks to the decision of the Los Angeles City Council.

Demolition plans and public reaction

Last year, reality TV producer Roy Bank and his wife, Brina Milstein, purchased the 1929 estate for $8.35 million. The couple planned to demolish the house to expand their lot. However, this news caused a real resonance among local residents and fans of Monroe around the world. The Los Angeles City Council was forced to intervene.

The importance of the estate to history

The house, made in the Spanish colonial style, is not only an architectural gem, but also a significant historical site. It was here, in one of the four bedrooms of this estate, that Marilyn Monroe spent the last six months of her life before her tragic death from an overdose. Los Angeles could not afford to lose such an iconic landmark.

Decision of the city council

"The Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved this decision for Marilyn Monroe's final home. Thank you to everyone who expressed their support. And a huge thank you to Councilwoman Tracy Park and her team, " the conservatory said.

By this decision, the building was given the status of a landmark, which makes it impossible to demolish it.

Further developments

Despite the city council's decision, the owners of the house, Roy Bank and Brina Milstein, are not going to give up so easily. They filed a lawsuit against the Los Angeles City Council in an attempt to challenge the granting of historic status to the estate. The hearing is scheduled for August 13. With this gesture, the couple seeks to avoid an increase in the number of tourists who, in their opinion, may violate their privacy.

Value for the future

This case once again raised the issue of preservation of historical monuments and their importance for the city and its inhabitants. It will remain an open question whether the new owners can find a compromise that satisfies both their needs and the public's desire to preserve the historic heritage.

Editor: Emiliia Morozova